His death was announced on the bandsFacebookpage.
A cause of death was not specified.
Floyd was an absolutely wonderful human being, a complete original and a sweetheart of a man.
Floyd Sneed (far right) with Three Dog Night, 1972Getty Images
He was also an extraordinarily unique drummer who brought so much to Three Dog Nights sound.
Floyd broke many barriers both musically and culturally; he also influenced countless other drummers with his amazing technique.
Rest in Peace Floyd.
He remained with the band until the mid-1970s during its first and most successful incarnation.
He rejoined the group briefly in the early 1980s.
1 single of 1971, according to Billboard.
Information on survivors was not immediately available.
